CEFR B2

elaborate

verb

Meaning

To explain something in more detail or add more information.

Examples

Can you elaborate on your proposal?
She elaborated on her theory of how the universe began.

Synonyms: explain, detail, expound, flesh out

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elaborate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/

Definition

To explain something in more detail or add more information.

Examples

Can you elaborate on your proposal?
She elaborated on her theory of how the universe began.
He didn't elaborate further on the reasons for his decision.

How to Use elaborate

elaborate on (prepositional phrase): To give more details about something. — "The speaker elaborated on the economic impact of the new policy."

Synonyms of elaborate

Words with a similar meaning to elaborate:

explain
detail
expound
flesh out

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